Independence II








| Trip dates | Trip dates | Itinerary | Days/Nights | Start Place | End Place |
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| 27 Aug 2026 | Best of North (Wracks) - Strait of Tiran - Brothers | 12D/11N | Hurghada | Hurghada | |
| 07 Sep 2026 | Best of North - Brothers - Daedalus - Elphinstone | 11D/10N | Hurghada | Port Ghalib | |
| 24 Sep 2026 | Daedalus – Elphinstone – Brothers | 8D/7N | Port Ghalib | Hurghada | |
| 01 Oct 2026 | Strait of Tiran (ohne Wracks) | 8D/7N | Hurghada | Hurghada | |
| 15 Oct 2026 | St. John's - Elphinstone | 8D/7N | Port Ghalib | Port Ghalib | |
| 29 Oct 2026 | Brothers - Safaga - Best of North - Tiran | 15D/14N | Hurghada | Hurghada | |
| 12 Nov 2026 | Brothers - Daedalus - Rocky Island - St. John's - Elphinstone | 15D/14N | Hurghada | Port Ghalib | |
| 26 Nov 2026 | Route noch frei wählbar | 8D/7N | Port Ghalib | Port Ghalib | |
| 03 Dec 2026 | Brothers - Daedalus - Elphinstone | 8D/7N | Port Ghalib | Port Ghalib | |
| 10 Dec 2026 | Brothers - Safaga | 8D/7N | Port Ghalib | Hurghada | |
| 20 May 2027 | Best of North (Wracks) | 8D/7N | Hurghada | Hurghada | |
| 25 Jul 2027 | Strait of Tiran - Brothers - Safaga | 12D/11N | Hurghada | Hurghada |
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| Double Lower Deck | Select Trip | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 1 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 1 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 3 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 1 Availability | 0 Cabins 3 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 1 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 3 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | 0 Cabins 4 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | Select Trip | $0.00 | $1,299.00 | $1,281.00 | $1,639.00 | $1,906.00 | $1,359.00 | $1,352.00 | $1,942.00 | $1,751.00 | $1,287.00 | $1,283.00 | $1,301.00 | $0.00 | $1,857.00 | $1,918.00 | $1,312.00 | $1,289.00 | $0.00 | $1,969.00 | $1,880.00 | $1,448.00 | $1,510.00 | $1,489.00 | $1,476.00 | $0.00 | $1,455.00 | $1,457.00 | $1,396.00 | $2,203.00 | $2,065.00 | $0.00 | $1,317.00 | $1,246.00 | $1,265.00 | $2,026.00 | $2,137.00 | $1,390.00 | $2,106.00 | $1,995.00 | $1,256.00 | $0.00 | $1,340.00 | $1,458.00 | $1,584.00 | $1,348.00 | $1,992.00 | $0.00 | $1,591.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,422.00 | $1,422.00 | $1,318.00 | $1,390.00 | $1,256.00 | $1,444.00 | $1,518.00 | $1,584.00 | $1,643.00 | $1,625.00 | $0.00 | $1,631.00 | $1,569.00 | $1,569.00 | $2,733.00 | $1,389.00 | $0.00 | $1,343.00 | $1,577.00 | $2,185.00 | $2,133.00 | $1,518.00 | $1,518.00 | $1,420.00 | $1,406.00 | $1,518.00 | $2,044.00 | $1,577.00 | $1,460.00 | $1,635.00 | $0.00 | $2,126.00 | $1,508.00 | $0.00 | $2,545.00 | $2,049.00 | $1,577.00 | $1,635.00 | $0.00 | $2,757.00 | $2,757.00 | $2,044.00 | $2,290.00 | $1,460.00 | $2,026.00 | $2,072.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,401.00 | $1,343.00 | $1,577.00 | $2,208.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,518.00 |
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| Double Main Deck | Select Trip | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 1 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | Select Trip | $0.00 | $1,407.00 | $1,388.00 | $1,747.00 | $2,013.00 | $1,467.00 | $1,461.00 | $2,050.00 | $1,859.00 | $1,394.00 | $1,390.00 | $1,410.00 | $0.00 | $1,967.00 | $2,027.00 | $1,422.00 | $1,397.00 | $0.00 | $2,080.00 | $1,991.00 | $1,559.00 | $1,622.00 | $1,599.00 | $1,585.00 | $0.00 | $1,563.00 | $1,565.00 | $1,504.00 | $2,308.00 | $2,178.00 | $0.00 | $1,427.00 | $1,350.00 | $1,370.00 | $2,142.00 | $2,254.00 | $1,506.00 | $2,219.00 | $2,109.00 | $1,361.00 | $0.00 | $1,448.00 | $1,570.00 | $1,697.00 | $1,456.00 | $2,105.00 | $0.00 | $1,709.00 | $1,578.00 | $1,536.00 | $1,536.00 | $1,428.00 | $1,506.00 | $1,360.00 | $1,559.00 | $1,635.00 | $1,702.00 | $1,760.00 | $1,741.00 | $0.00 | $1,748.00 | $1,685.00 | $1,685.00 | $2,849.00 | $1,505.00 | $0.00 | $1,460.00 | $1,694.00 | $2,301.00 | $2,250.00 | $1,635.00 | $1,635.00 | $1,539.00 | $1,523.00 | $1,635.00 | $2,161.00 | $1,694.00 | $1,577.00 | $1,752.00 | $0.00 | $2,243.00 | $1,624.00 | $0.00 | $2,663.00 | $2,166.00 | $1,694.00 | $1,752.00 | $0.00 | $2,874.00 | $2,874.00 | $2,161.00 | $2,407.00 | $1,577.00 | $2,142.00 | $2,190.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,518.00 | $1,460.00 | $1,694.00 | $2,325.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,635.00 |
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| Double Upper Deck | Select Trip | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 1 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | 0 Cabins 2 Availability | Select Trip | $0.00 | $1,407.00 | $1,388.00 | $1,747.00 | $2,013.00 | $1,467.00 | $1,461.00 | $2,050.00 | $1,859.00 | $1,394.00 | $1,390.00 | $1,410.00 | $0.00 | $1,967.00 | $2,027.00 | $1,422.00 | $1,397.00 | $0.00 | $2,080.00 | $1,991.00 | $1,559.00 | $1,622.00 | $1,599.00 | $1,585.00 | $0.00 | $1,563.00 | $1,565.00 | $1,504.00 | $2,308.00 | $2,178.00 | $0.00 | $1,427.00 | $1,350.00 | $1,370.00 | $2,142.00 | $2,254.00 | $1,506.00 | $2,219.00 | $2,109.00 | $1,361.00 | $0.00 | $1,448.00 | $1,570.00 | $1,697.00 | $1,456.00 | $2,105.00 | $0.00 | $1,709.00 | $1,578.00 | $1,536.00 | $1,536.00 | $1,428.00 | $1,506.00 | $1,360.00 | $1,559.00 | $1,635.00 | $1,702.00 | $1,760.00 | $1,741.00 | $0.00 | $1,748.00 | $1,685.00 | $1,685.00 | $2,849.00 | $1,505.00 | $0.00 | $1,460.00 | $1,694.00 | $2,301.00 | $2,250.00 | $1,635.00 | $1,635.00 | $1,539.00 | $1,523.00 | $1,635.00 | $2,161.00 | $1,694.00 | $1,577.00 | $1,752.00 | $0.00 | $2,243.00 | $1,624.00 | $0.00 | $2,663.00 | $2,166.00 | $1,694.00 | $1,752.00 | $0.00 | $2,874.00 | $2,874.00 | $2,161.00 | $2,407.00 | $1,577.00 | $2,142.00 | $2,190.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,518.00 | $1,460.00 | $1,694.00 | $2,325.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,635.00 |
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Availability | 0 Cabins 8 Availability | 0 Cabins 8 Availability | 0 Cabins 8 Availability | FULL | FULL | FULL | Select Trip | $1,549.00 | $1,449.00 | $1,099.00 | $1,099.00 | $1,099.00 | $1,199.00 | $1,199.00 | $1,199.00 | $1,199.00 | $1,480.00 | $1,465.00 | $1,405.00 | $1,411.00 | $2,254.00 | $1,145.00 | $1,240.00 | $1,388.00 | $1,363.00 | $1,376.00 | $1,384.00 | $1,456.00 | $1,440.00 | $2,008.00 | $1,951.00 | $1,459.00 | $1,439.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,362.00 | $1,882.00 | $1,838.00 | $1,150.00 | $1,260.00 | $1,370.00 | $1,260.00 | $1,346.00 | $1,417.00 | $1,452.00 | $1,449.00 | $1,346.00 | $1,349.00 | $1,950.00 | $1,457.00 | $1,485.00 | $1,443.00 | $1,389.00 | $1,387.00 | $2,147.00 | $1,199.00 | $1,181.00 | $1,875.00 | $1,276.00 | $1,260.00 | $1,809.00 | $1,754.00 | $1,754.00 | $1,699.00 | $1,150.00 | $1,365.00 | $1,315.00 | $1,315.00 | $1,357.00 | $1,315.00 | $1,315.00 | $1,315.00 | $1,260.00 | $1,260.00 | $1,260.00 | $1,260.00 | $1,308.00 | $1,202.00 | $1,199.00 | $1,194.00 | $1,194.00 | $1,244.00 | $1,237.00 | $1,229.00 | $1,176.00 | $1,204.00 | $1,907.00 | $1,003.00 | $1,818.00 | $1,877.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,216.00 | $1,280.00 | $1,263.00 | $1,315.00 | $1,322.00 | $1,375.00 | $1,375.00 | $1,375.00 | $1,320.00 | $1,793.00 | $1,808.00 | $1,317.00 | $1,320.00 | $1,320.00 | $0.00 | $1,882.00 | $1,802.00 | $2,297.00 | $1,204.00 | $1,320.00 | $1,294.00 | $1,799.00 | $1,244.00 | $1,294.00 | $1,440.00 | $1,418.00 | $1,737.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,422.00 | $1,424.00 | $1,444.00 | $2,264.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,240.00 | $0.00 | $1,942.00 | $1,489.00 | $1,359.00 | $1,322.00 | $1,322.00 | $1,322.00 | $1,299.00 | $1,281.00 | $1,639.00 | $1,906.00 | $1,352.00 | $1,751.00 | $1,287.00 | $1,283.00 | $1,301.00 | $0.00 | $1,857.00 | $1,918.00 | $1,312.00 | $1,289.00 | $0.00 | $1,969.00 | $1,880.00 | $1,448.00 | $1,510.00 | $2,203.00 | $0.00 | $1,457.00 | $1,476.00 | $1,396.00 | $1,455.00 | $2,065.00 | $0.00 | $1,317.00 | $1,246.00 | $1,265.00 | $2,026.00 | $2,137.00 | 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The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Further north we visit Sha’ab Sharm and can prepare for our next destination on the steep walls with schooling fish and lots of colorful reef fish: Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low Spending time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island.
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
3rd Day
3 day dives at Rocky
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of the Fury Shoals – Shaab Sharm to Marsa Alam
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
The northern Red Sea has fascinating wrecks and lots of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
The northern Red Sea has fascinating wrecks and lots of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
The northern Red Sea has fascinating wrecks and lots of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the most spectacular classics in the northern Red Sea:
1st part Strait of Tiran
The Strait of Tiran is home to many good dive sites such as Gordon Reef. There is a sandy plateau on the reef, which is covered with many wonderful corals and is home to a large number of small and large fish. The Thomas Reef also offers a fascinating underwater world. A spectacular canyon and the wonderful coral landscape on the steep wall make for a great dive. The Woodhouse Reef, where drift dives are mainly held, offers great chances of meeting big fish and turtles. The canyon on the east side of the reef is particularly worth seeing. The northernmost reef of the chain is the Jackson Reef, which inspires with its steep face in the east and the wonderful coral landscapes. Big fish and also turtles are spotted here again and again.
2nd part Ras Mohamed
Ras Mohammed has the greatest biodiversity of marine life in Sinai. Large schools of fish can be seen especially on the southern tip of the headland. In the Ras Mohammed National Park, the dive sites Shark Reef, Anemone City and Yolanda Reef inspire. At Anemone City, a whole field of anemones is crossed before it goes in the blue water past large schools of barracudas, mackerel and tuna to the coral walls of Shark Reef. Yolanda Reef is not far from there, the attractions here are the coral garden and the wreck of the freighter of the same name that sank in 1980. Soft corals populate the last cargo – bathtubs, sinks, and toilet bowls. In the summer months, the variety of fish on these reefs is particularly large: schools of snappers, barracudas or batfish can be found here. The Shark Observatory is another impressive diving spot in the Ras Mohammed National Park. The reef scores with caves, crevices and the wonderfully overgrown steep wall. Schools of tuna, mackerel and barracudas are fairly certain to see, and with a bit of luck you may encounter sharks.
3rd part Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
4th part Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Port Ghalib: Best of North – Brothers
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2nd – 4th Day
3 – 4 dives at the best dive sites in the north
5th Day
3 dives at Big and Little Brother
6th day
2 dives in Elphinstone, Abu Dabab or El Shouna, entering the port around 4 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
1st Part: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Port Ghalib: Best of North – Brothers
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2nd – 4th Day
3 – 4 dives at the best dive sites in the north
5th Day
3 dives at Big and Little Brother
6th day
2 dives in Elphinstone, Abu Dabab or El Shouna, entering the port around 4 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
1st Part: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 275.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- permission fee: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Port Ghalib: North Marine Park Tour with Abu Nuhas – Rosalie Moller – Thistlegorm – Ras Mohamed – Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
In addition to fascinating wrecks, the northern Red Sea has plenty of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish to offer. In addition, we dedicate ourselves to three other spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
1st part north tour: Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Strait of Gubal (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 3 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands, crossing to the Daedalus
7 + 8 Days
3 day dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
9th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
10th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. Johns – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. Johns:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus, crossing to Rocky/Zabargad overnight
4th Day
3 day dives at Rocky, crossing to St. Johns in the afternoon
5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
6th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
7th Day
3 day dives in the area of the Fury Shoals, Wadi Gimal and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal
8th Day
3 day dives in Sha’ab Sharm, Marsa Alam or Abu Dabab and 1 night dive
9th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. Johns – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. Johns:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus, crossing to Rocky/Zabargad overnight
4th Day
3 day dives at Rocky, crossing to St. Johns in the afternoon
5th – 6th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
7th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
8th Day
3 day dives in the area of the Fury Shoals, Wadi Gimal and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal
9th Day
3 day dives in Sha’ab Sharm, Marsa Alam or Abu Dabab and 1 night dive
10th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: “Big Marine Park Tour” Brothers – Daedalus – Rocky Island – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this great marine park tour we dedicate ourselves to the three most spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep-sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers.
Part 3 of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is crisscrossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island.
The spots offer something for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands, crossing to the Daedalus
3rd – 4th Day
3 day dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Rocky during the night
5th – 6th Days
3 day dives each at the best places around Rocky Island, crossing to the Fury Shoals from the afternoon
7th Day
3 day dives in the area of the Fury Shoals, Wadi Gimal and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal
8th Day
3 day dives in Sha’ab Sharm, Marsa Alam or Abu Dabab and 1 night dive
9th day
2 dives at Elphinstone Reef or alternatively Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 4pm
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
The northern Red Sea has fascinating wrecks and lots of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
The northern Red Sea has fascinating wrecks and lots of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. Johns – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. Johns:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus, crossing to Rocky/Zabargad overnight
4th Day
3 day dives at Rocky, crossing to St. Johns in the afternoon
5th – 6th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
7th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
8th Day
3 day dives in the area of the Fury Shoals, Wadi Gimal and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal
9th Day
3 day dives in Sha’ab Sharm, Marsa Alam or Abu Dabab and 1 night dive
10th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. Johns – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. Johns:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus, crossing to Rocky/Zabargad overnight
4th Day
3 day dives at Rocky, crossing to St. Johns in the afternoon
5th – 6th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
7th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
8th Day
3 day dives in the area of the Fury Shoals, Wadi Gimal and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal
9th Day
3 day dives in Sha’ab Sharm, Marsa Alam or Abu Dabab and 1 night dive
10th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Rocky Islands – St. John’s – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves deep in the south of Egypt to one of the most beautiful and calmest diving areas in the entire Egyptian Red Sea:
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
- Part Elphinstone
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 -4 day dives at Rocky/Zabargad
3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
5th Day
3 – 4 dives in Shaab Sharm and Shaab Marsa Alam
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Rocky Islands – St. John’s – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves deep in the south of Egypt to one of the most beautiful and calmest diving areas in the entire Egyptian Red Sea:
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
- Part Elphinstone
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 -4 day dives at Rocky/Zabargad
3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
5th Day
3 – 4 dives in Shaab Sharm and Shaab Marsa Alam
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. John’s – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. John’s:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers.
Part 3 of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is crisscrossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island.
Part 4 St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands, crossing to the Daedalus overnight
3rd – 4th Day
3 day dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Rocky during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at the best places around Rocky Island, crossing to St. John from the afternoon
6th – 8th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places in St. John’s
9th – 10th Day
3 day dives and one night dive in the area of the Fury Shoals
11th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal or Marsa Alam
12th Day
3 dives at Elphinstone Reef and 1 night dive in Abu Dabab
13th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. John’s – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. John’s:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers.
Part 3 of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is crisscrossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island.
Part 4 St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands, crossing to the Daedalus overnight
3rd – 4th Day
3 day dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Rocky during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at the best places around Rocky Island, crossing to St. John from the afternoon
6th – 8th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places in St. John’s
9th – 10th Day
3 day dives and one night dive in the area of the Fury Shoals
11th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal or Marsa Alam
12th Day
3 dives at Elphinstone Reef and 1 night dive in Abu Dabab
13th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Port Ghalib: North Marine Park Tour with Abu Nuhas – Rosalie Moller – Thistlegorm – Ras Mohamed – Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
In addition to fascinating wrecks, the northern Red Sea has plenty of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish to offer. In addition, we dedicate ourselves to three other spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 3 north tour: Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Strait of Gubal (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands, crossing to the Daedalus
7 + 8 Days
3 day dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
9th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
10th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Port Ghalib: North Marine Park Tour with Abu Nuhas – Rosalie Moller – Thistlegorm – Ras Mohamed – Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
In addition to fascinating wrecks, the northern Red Sea has plenty of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish to offer. In addition, we dedicate ourselves to three other spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 3 north tour: Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Strait of Gubal (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands, crossing to the Daedalus
7 + 8 Days
3 day dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
9th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
10th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada / to Port Ghalib: North Marine Park Tour with Abu Nuhas – Rosalie Moller – Thistlegorm – Ras Mohamed – Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
In addition to fascinating wrecks, the northern Red Sea has plenty of colorful reefs and a wealth of fish to offer. In addition, we dedicate ourselves to three other spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
1st part north tour: Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Strait of Gubal (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Ras Mohamed
Here at the southern tip of Sinai, the water masses of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating a unique ecosystem. Ras Mohamed actually consists of several dive sites with excellent steep walls and beautiful vegetation, especially on soft corals. It was set up as its own, small marine park.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 3 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands, crossing to the Daedalus
7 + 8 Days
3 day dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
9th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
10th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. Johns – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. Johns:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus, crossing to Rocky/Zabargad overnight
4th Day
3 day dives at Rocky, crossing to St. Johns in the afternoon
5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
6th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
7th Day
3 day dives in the area of the Fury Shoals, Wadi Gimal and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal
8th Day
3 day dives in Sha’ab Sharm, Marsa Alam or Abu Dabab and 1 night dive
9th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – St. Johns – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks and St. Johns:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus, crossing to Rocky/Zabargad overnight
4th Day
3 day dives at Rocky, crossing to St. Johns in the afternoon
5th – 6th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
7th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
8th Day
3 day dives in the area of the Fury Shoals, Wadi Gimal and 1 night dive in Wadi Gimal
9th Day
3 day dives in Sha’ab Sharm, Marsa Alam or Abu Dabab and 1 night dive
10th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Further north we visit Sha’ab Sharm and can prepare for our next destination on the steep walls with schooling fish and lots of colorful reef fish: Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low Spending time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island.
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
3rd Day
3 day dives at Rocky
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of the Fury Shoals – Shaab Sharm to Marsa Alam
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Rocky Islands – St. John’s – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves deep in the south of Egypt to one of the most beautiful and calmest diving areas in the entire Egyptian Red Sea:
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
- Part Elphinstone
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 -4 day dives at Rocky/Zabargad
3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
5th Day
3 – 4 dives in Shaab Sharm and Shaab Marsa Alam
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- optionaler Aufdeck-Kabinenzuschlag: 95.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Fury Shoals – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to two very different diving areas in the Egyptian Red Sea: Both are a sensation in themselves!
Part 1: Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Part 2: Marine Park: Daedalus & Elphinstone
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Rocky Islands – St. John’s – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves deep in the south of Egypt to one of the most beautiful and calmest diving areas in the entire Egyptian Red Sea:
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island. The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
- Part Elphinstone
Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and maybe crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 -4 day dives at Rocky/Zabargad
3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
5th Day
3 – 4 dives in Shaab Sharm and Shaab Marsa Alam
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Daedalus – Rocky Island – Elphinstone
About the diving:
On this tour we dedicate ourselves to the southern marine parks:
- Marine Park: Daedalus
Daedalus Reef is an impressive and challenging reef far out at sea. It offers colorfully overgrown steep walls with an immeasurable variety of corals, fish and various other marine life. If the divers orientate themselves away from the reef towards blue water there are good chances to observe one or the other group of hammerhead sharks. Furthermore, gray reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, longimanus and the beautiful thresher sharks are at home here. With a little luck you can also see manta rays here.
Further north we visit Sha’ab Sharm and can prepare for our next destination on the steep walls with schooling fish and lots of colorful reef fish: Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low Spending time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
- Part of the southernmost marine park: Rocky Island
The southernmost marine park around the island of Rocky Island, invites you to an early morning dive; With a bit of luck, hammerheads and manta rays can be observed here. The reef wall in the south of the island is criss-crossed by a multitude of small caves and wonderfully overgrown with hard and soft corals.
If it is possible from the authorities, we will also call at the even larger and equally beautiful island of Zabargad Island.
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives at Daedalus
3rd Day
3 day dives at Rocky
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of the Fury Shoals – Shaab Sharm to Marsa Alam
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Port Ghalib / to Hurghada: Brothers – Best of North
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at different dive sites.
2 Day
3 day dives on Big Brother and Little Brother Island (Numidia, Aida)
3nd – 5th Day
3 day dives and 1 night dive at the best dive sites in the north
6th day
2 dives in the Hurghada area, entering the port around 4:00 p.m.
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
About the diving:
On this big wreck tour we visit the Brother Islands as a marine park, which as such represent one of the absolutely most spectacular highlights of the Red Sea and at the same time all the well-known wrecks:
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2: Wrecks in the north
Thistlegorm
The Thistlegorm is currently the most famous wreck in the Red Sea. The 126 m long British military freighter from World War II was shot in two on October 6, 1941 by a German Heinkel He 111 combat bomber with 2 torpedoes that hit the ammunition chamber and sank on the spot. The main part of the ship lies on a level keel at a depth of 30 m on a sandy bottom, the command bridge rises up to 17 m. The front part in particular is well preserved; the railway wagons loaded as deck cargo are still in their original place. In the two front cargo holds, which are easy to reach through the open hatches, are among other things numerous motorcycles and trucks to be found. The stern is blasted off and lies on the ground at an incline of about 45 degrees. It was badly damaged by the bomb hit and the subsequent explosions, but still carries the anti-aircraft cannon and another gun with a protective shield. In the debris field between the two parts of the ship lie remains of Bedford trucks, small armored personnel carriers of the Bren Gun Carrier type and grenades of all sizes. Nearby is a damaged steam locomotive on the seabed. Like the wagons, it was part of the deck cargo and was thrown away from the ship by the explosions. Furthermore, the Thistlegorm also represents an impressive biotope with numerous different fish species; often z. B. watch whole schools of large batfish.
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas
The reef is 5 km north of Shadwan Island. It limits the exit of the Gubal Strait (which flows into the Suez Canal in the north) into the Red Sea and is a dangerous obstacle for shipping. The reef offers several wrecks for divers. In the last 130 years, 7 known and several unknown ships sank on this Sha’ab. The four most famous wrecks include (starting in the northwest) the Giannis D (wood freighter), the Carnatic (wine and bottle freighter), the Chrisoula K (ceramic or tile freighter) and the wreck of the Kimon M (lens freighter).
Sha’ab Mahmoudad
Here lies the wreck of the “Dunraven” (an 85 m long steamboat from 1873) with the keel up on the reef. The deepest point at about 29 m is the stern, while the keel tip rises to 18 m. The bow has broken off, but is still in association with the rest of the ship. The most striking point of the wreck is the rudder with the propeller, which has dense vegetation of corals (hard and soft corals). From the stern on the left side are the two bent masts and other remains of the superstructure. Numerous holes and cracks allow you to dive largely safely into the interior of the hull, where, among other things, the remains of the steam engine can be found. Due to its long time on the seabed, the Dunraven has heavy vegetation of stone, leather and soft corals and, like most wrecks, is home to numerous glassfish and groupers.
Rosalie Moller
The British “bulk cargo ship” was also sunk by German bombers in 1941 and is well preserved up to max. 50 m depth on sandy ground. In addition to the shoals of glassfish that are typical of wrecks, the wreck also houses huge groupers, some of which are inside the ship. Diving the Rosalie Moller is always a special experience, which, however, requires some experience due to the depth (the main deck is approx. 36 m) and often poor visibility.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 215.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 175.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from Hurghada /to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: Brothers – Daedalus – Elphinstone
About the diving:
We dedicate ourselves to three spectacular dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea: Brother Island, Daedalus and Elphinstone.
Part 1 Marine Park Tour: Brother Islands
The two rock needles protrude from the water surface approx. 70 km from the Egyptian mainland and, due to their exposed location, are among the best the Red Sea has to offer. Diving safety is required here, because the flow conditions can vary widely and demand a lot from the diver. The Big Brother is easy to recognize by its lighthouse, which was built by the English Navy in 1883. The edge of the reef turns into a steep wall that drops to over 500 meters. At the north-western tip, at 7 to 85 meters, you will find the most magnificent wreck of the Red Sea, covered with soft corals: the Numidia. The English merchant ship sank in 1901 and is our first famous wreck on this tour. There is also the opportunity to observe hammerhead sharks and other great sea hunters. On the northwest side lies the second wreck of Big Brother: the Aida. The former troop transport sank during a storm in 1957 and broke in two. Most of the ship is at 30 to 60 meters and is partly very well preserved, but only sparsely overgrown with soft corals. The Small Brother is about 800 meters away from its big brother and is known for its continuous and lush vegetation of soft corals, its large gorgonian fields, the huge schools of fish and the very good chances of shark encounters (gray, hammer, silk, fox and whitetip deep sea sharks). Due to the frequent currents from the north, excellent drift dives are possible along the east and west side of the reef. In addition, there are occasional sightings of manta rays at the southern tip. Since March 2019, safari ships have been banned from staying overnight on the Brother Islands. We therefore only plan one day of diving on the Brother Islands on our tours.
Part 2 Marine Park Tour: Daedalus – Elphinstone
The Daedalus Reef is no less impressive and challenging. In addition to colorfully overgrown steep walls, it also offers one or the other group of hammerheads that curiously approaches the divers. Finally, we dive the legendary Elphinstone Reef: The northern tip is ideal in the morning when the current is low to spend a little time leveling yourself at a comfortable depth and observing the events in the blue water. The rest of the dive along the steep face on the east side goes by in a flash and may be crowned with a visit to one or the other whitetip shark.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1st Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd Day
3 day dives the Brother Islands
3rd – 4th Day
3 dives each on Daedalus, crossing to Elphinstone Reef during the night
5th Day
3 day dives each at Elphinstone and one night dive in the Abu Dabab area
6th Day
2 dives in the area of Abu Dabab and El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
The “M / Y Independence II” is the flagship of the fleet. Above all, the ship impresses with its elegant lines and its enormous size with only 20 guests. The arrangement of the decks and the superstructure make the ship appear like an elegant yacht and yet thanks to its length of almost 40 meters it offers plenty of space.
All decks are covered with fine teak. On the first upper and sundeck, there are loungers and seats as well as tables in the covered area. There is plenty of space for sunbathing in the bow area and aft as well as on the second upper deck. The noble ambiance continues in the 10 pleasantly spacious double cabins (6 with single beds and 4 with double beds) each with individually adjustable air conditioning. Very unusual for diving ships, not only does each one have its own, but also a very spacious bathroom.
Aluminum and, on request, steel bottles (12L/15L and double 10L) are available for diving. In addition, there is of course a toilet and shower as well as plenty of space for boxes and equipment on the middle deck. Finally, the large diving platform can be reached via two flights of stairs and offers 2 stainless steel basins with fresh water for rinsing equipment and 2 hand showers.
Route:
Probably from/to Port Ghalib: St. John’s
About the diving:
In the area of St. John’s reef plate, there are several spectacular diving spots to be marveled at in the range of 0.5 – 2 hours.
- Part St. John’s
The spots offer the right thing for every taste: beautifully overgrown steep walls, a high probability of shark encounters, manta rays and groups of dolphins, and varied maritime life for all macro fans in the colorful coral gardens.
- Part Fury Shoals
The Fury Shoals reef plate is famous for its breathtaking coral gardens made of huge hard coral formations, which are unique for the Red Sea and at some dive sites form a branched system of so-called caves, a labyrinth of caves and passages through the reef. Most of the time you can dive through these “playgrounds” of nature at shallow depths, and you are rewarded with indescribably color-intensive plays of light. This first part of the liveaboard is ideal for a relaxed dive.
Planned itinerary:
Day of arrival
Transfer from the airport to the ship in modern, air-conditioned buses; Getting into the cabins, meal (s) according to the time of day
1 Day
Departure after approval by the port police at around 9:00 am, check dive and another 1-2 dives at various dive sites in the north
2nd – 3rd Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of St. Johns
4th – 5th Day
3 day dives and one night dive at the best places of Fury Shoals
6th Day
2 dives at Elphinstone or in the area of Abu Dabab or El Shouna, arrival in the port around 16:00
Departure
Meal (s) according to the time of day, transfer from the ship to the airport
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Genehmigungsgebuehr: 235.00 EUR
When you arrive at Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport, a member of staff will meet you in the airport arrivals hall and give you your visa. It’s on a sign that says “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the recognize the respective ship names. After passing through passport control and picking up your suitcase, another one awaits you Employees at the exit of the airport. You can also recognize this by the “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” sign. He shows you the way to the transfer bus. Since our guests arrive on different flights, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for several guests who land within 1 hour. It can therefore be too minor Waiting times at the airport come.
On the day of arrival, you are welcome on board at any time of the day – the cabins can U. only after 3 p.m. be obtained. On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate the cabins by 10:00 a.m. You are allowed to wait until your Transfer to the airport of course spend on board. However, depending on the pick-up time, it can be more relaxed To spend the day of departure in a hotel with day or pool use. The costs for this are around € 20 per person and are included in the Safari price not included. If you are interested, please contact us, we will be happy to book the stay for you. Should it occur due to unforeseeable events (necessary work on the ship, technical incidents, postponed arrival and departure times etc.), guests spend the first or last night in a hotel. Bluewater Safaris or your airline will bear the costs for this. You should be on the first or last night of the safari If you want to spend your own wish in a hotel, you bear all costs incurred for this yourself.
On board we offer local beer in 0.33l and 0.5l cans, local wine and local Prosecco for a fee. Furthermore you can choose between various long drinks. We would be happy to send you the on-board price list – you can also find it on
our website in the “Service” area.
The regulations in Egypt state that the medical certificate of fitness for diving must not be older than 1 year (regardless on age). For us, the form “Declaration on the state of health” is sufficient, provided that you have all questions on it
can truthfully answer with no. You can find this on our website in the “Service” section or you are welcome to do so can be requested from us.
In addition to conventional equipment, the following items of equipment are required for every diver:
● Every diver dives with their own dive computer (spare battery available?)
● One safety buoy per diver
● One signal lamp or signal flash per diver (in case of being driven off)
● Demand valve with alternative air supply
● During night dives, at least one diving lamp per diver must be carried
● During tours in the marine park, we ask you not to dive with a shorty
● Even if a diver has an air-integrated dive computer with him, an additional analog pressure gauge is required Every diver has a free ENOS transmitter onboard the M / Y Independence II and the Quick Shadow Positioning system available. Weight and weight belts are available onboard.
A bathrobe is provided for each of our guests on board – this will be given to you by your dive guide.
Please use shampoo and shower gel sparingly, the wastewater ends up in the sea untreated. Please pay attention to the Environment for love in your purchase of drugstore items for the vacation to biodegradable products. Throw Do not put toilet paper and other hygiene items in the toilet, use the ones provided for this purpose Rubbish bin, as otherwise the toilets could become clogged. A repair during the safari is mostly not possible or associated with a strong pollution and odor nuisance.
For the approval of every diving safari we need up to max. 8 days before the start of the trip, the following data: Name, first name, date of birth, nationality, passport number (ID card is not possible), complete flight details, Diving certification, number of dives, month / year of the last dive, possibly required rental equipment or 15L tanks as well as peculiarities such as allergies etc.
3 copies of your passport; this must be valid for 6 months after your departure
● Medical certificate not older than 1 year – a copy to remain in our records You can find more detailed information under the item “Attest”.
● Logbook
● valid diving certificate – a copy to remain in our records Without proof of a valid diving certificate, we reserve the right to exclude the guest from diving
● Diving accident insurance – you can find more detailed information under “Diving accident insurance” Please bring these documents and copies with you on board and do not send them to us in advance by email.
All prices on board are shown in euros. Foreign currencies sometimes have a worse exchange rate on board. We accept €, $ and Egyptian pounds. Payment by credit card (VISA, MasterCard) is possible – calculate for this we charge 2.5% (the amount to be paid must be converted into Egyptian pounds).
The dive guides will accompany the first dive after departure – the so-called check dive – and the Check diving skills of all guests. The check dive also serves to test the functionality of the equipment and the correct amount of lead
Every guest should bring the most important spare parts for their equipment – especially for the machine – with them. You’re welcome also think of replacement batteries for dive computers and photographic equipment etc ..
A 12L aluminum bottle is available to every diver on board. 15L aluminum bottles as well as 12L or 15L steel bottles are chargeable and must be booked in advance up to one week before the start of the journey. All diving bottles are with DIN Connectors fitted; INT adapters are available on board if required.
If you have not booked your flight through us, you are obliged to inform us about your flight details and possible ones independently To inform flight time changes. Otherwise we cannot guarantee punctual pick-up. Possibly. accruing Additional costs for the transfer are borne by the guest. Find out more from your tour operator or yours Airline about the possibility of taking diving luggage with you.
Our liveaboard ships start every tour with full fresh water tanks and have two or three Desalination plants. Nevertheless, we ask you to use fresh water sparingly and to shower several times per day or to avoid flushing the diving equipment after each dive.
If you discover at the airport that your luggage has been damaged or lost, you must Have a confirmation (PIR) issued immediately at the counter of your airline at the airport – our employee at Flughafen will be happy to assist you with this.
Please bring your own first-aid kit and inquire whether these medicines are also used when diving are compatible. Every participant in the safari is obliged to ensure his or her physical fitness and is explained by his Sign up to do this. If the guest does not follow this advice, Bluewater Safaris will give them one If the service is refused, any consequential costs or lost booking services will not be borne by Bluewater Safaris. In no event shall Bluewater Safaris be liable for personal injury or property damage caused by illness, psychological problems, misconduct or other acutely occurring aptitude restrictions of the safari participant caused.
During the safari, tea, Nescafé, soft drinks and water are always available free of charge. Bringing Beer on board and storage in the ship’s own refrigerators is not permitted.
Each guest receives a light towel for the outside areas. A bath towel and a small hand towel are provided for each guest ready in the cabins. The bath towel and small hand towel are changed once during the safari – on longer safaris also several times.
You are welcome to book your dream cabin with us in advance (depending on availability). Deck cabins on the M / Y Independence II are chargeable. A cabin plan of both ships can be found on our website in the “Service” area. If you want to book a single cabin, this is possible for a surcharge of 60% of the safari price. Each cabin on the lower deck has portholes that can be opened. There is no air exchange due to the existing air conditioning However, please make sure that the portholes are closed while driving. We do not accept any Liability for damage caused by portholes left open.
All cabins and interior areas on our ships are equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning systems. Please switch
Turn off the air conditioning as soon as you leave your cabin or with the porthole / window or door open
Stop the cabin. Our employees on board are instructed to check this and to take over if it is violated.
The Red Sea has a dry desert climate. In the summer months you can expect temperatures over 35 ° C during the day, it cools down insignificantly at night. Light and loose-fitting clothing is then comfortable. In the winter months it cools down in the evening down to 15 ° C, but a fleece jacket or a warm sweater is also appropriate during the day at around 20 ° C. We will send you the current temperatures by email shortly before the start of your journey. Think of one year round Protection for the ears (hat, headband, etc.), sun protection with a high sun protection factor and high-quality sunglasses.
For emergencies on site in Egypt, our manager Ahmed (German-speaking) is available at 0020-122-7766942.
(Please dial the number exactly from a German cell phone)
We ask you to register all desired diving courses in writing in advance – otherwise, implementation cannot be guaranteed will. Courses are held on board exclusively by our diving instructors.
There is usually no rental equipment on board the ships. We therefore recommend that if you have a Require rental equipment or individual items of equipment, this up to max. 8 days before the start of the journey with if possible to register the exact size. If the rental equipment is damaged or lost, the damage incurred is responsible settle. There is no insurance for damaged or lost equipment – this also applies to your own equipment of the guests.
Night diving, swimming and snorkeling are generally prohibited in the marine parks. Entering the islands is not
allowed.
Medicines are only to a limited extent on board our ships. Immersion compatible tablets against Seasickness are present; local medication for diarrhea as well. Our employees on board have no medical training and are not authorized to administer medication. For every self-medication the Guest full responsibility.
If in rare cases a minimum number of 8 guests is not reached, we reserve the right to do the tour up to Max. to cancel four weeks before the start of the safari. In this case you will be informed immediately.
Nitrox membrane systems are available on our ships. Depending on the ship, Nitrox is a free additional service or will be billed as a non-contractual additional service at the end of the tour. Should the nitrox system fail and no Nitrox can be made available, there is no right to compensation. If you would like to travel with your rebreather, please contact us in good time.
A general ban on smoking applies in all closed rooms on the ships. The ships have smoke alarms that are on address the least amount of smoke and have been placed for your safety. Please use the ones available ashtray and do not throw the “leftovers” overboard.
Life jackets are provided as rescue equipment for all guests (in the cabins) and the crew. On the upper deck there are 2 self-inflating life rafts. You will find them in all cabins, in the saloon and engine room Powder fire extinguishers for emergencies. Upon arrival on the ship, you will be able to find and handle the life-saving appliances briefed.
You have booked a route with planned dive sites – these can also be viewed on our website. Our Dive guides and captains will follow these routes whenever possible. Weather conditions, ocean currents, Technical problems, logistical considerations or the legal situation on site can lead to deviations from the route and the advertised dive sites. The final decision is made by the captain, who is responsible for everyone’s safety Persons on board and the ship is responsible. There is no entitlement to certain dive sites within the reachable area of the advertised route. On the southern tours, the distances between the individual dive sites z. T. very large. In bad weather conditions the sailing times of the ships can vary so far extend that the dive sites named in the tender cannot be reached. Our ships will regularly and professionally maintained, but technical difficulties may arise. Should this be the case, will our dive guides and crews do everything in their power to ensure that the guests are affected as little as possible and try to repair the damage already at sea. Despite the above possible events the captain must the Bring guests to the planned check-out location on time – route changes or reductions are therefore possible. Can Diving sites are not visited due to force majeure – such as B. Bad weather, change in the permit situation, technical defects or similar – there is no entitlement to a replacement.
Please do not wear wet diving or swimwear in the salon / restaurant. We ask you at meals and Dive briefings should at least appear wearing shorts and a T-shirt.
Our ships are each equipped with an Iridium satellite phone. In an emergency, we can always go to the mainland to contact. These telephones are not always on reception and are therefore not intended as a guest telephone for incoming calls. If guests have to make important phone calls, we will of course provide the satellite phone for a fee Available.
You are welcome to sleep on deck in the hot summer months. Please bring a sleeping bag for this – as The cushions of the sun loungers on the sun deck serve as a base. The sheets, pillows, blankets and mattresses off the However, cabins may not be taken on deck.
It is forbidden to wear shoes on board indoors. In the outside areas are slippers or light sailing shoes permitted; however, most guests prefer to move around the ship barefoot.
Every safari is accompanied by a German-speaking guide. Our Egyptian guides speak English and e.g. T. German; the crew speaks Egyptian-Arabic and z. T. a little English.
220 volts alternating current is available 24 hours a day. You don’t need any for the sockets on board Adapter. There is a charging station for lights and cameras etc. on the diving deck. Use is in the cabins any charger is strictly prohibited – risk of fire!
Before each dive, our dive guides inform the guests in detail about the dive site and in a briefing its peculiarities and danger points. The course of each dive is also discussed from start to finish. We ask you to follow these briefings carefully and to ask questions during the briefing – so can too other divers benefit from it. Please remember: there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers :-).
There is at least one dive guide on all Bluewater Safaris ships, depending on the number of guests. Most Our permanently employed dive guides are native German. Our dive guides are always happy to help Advice and action to the side. You are not obliged to accompany all dives, this particularly applies to night dives. Please express your wishes for company, our guides look forward to showing you the highlights of each Dive site to show.
If the booked ship cannot take the tour for logistical or technical reasons, we will inform you about the Notify changes.
Liveaboards take us z. Sometimes to remote places far out at sea – the communication possibilities are there insufficient. On our ships there are first aid facilities and emergency oxygen for first aid. The Transporting an injured diver to the nearest hospital / hyperbaric chamber may U. up to 8 hours or take longer. Therefore, you should always remember not to take unnecessary risks.
We do not require this, but as a tour operator we must point out that the conclusion of such a for Diving trips to Egypt is prescribed by the authorities. Apart from that, we can do this too strongly recommend. Aqua Med insurance can be obtained from our website in the “Service” section or from Board to be completed.
To participate in our diving safaris, you should have completed diving training. You should be less than 30 logged dives, we ask for notification. For trips to the marine parks, 50 logged dives can be detected. If the last dive was more than a year ago, we also ask for notification. It is up to the dive guide to welcome guests who do not meet these requirements or who have over have insufficient diving experience, from dives at some dive sites or in difficult conditions (Currents, swell, depth, etc.). The instructions of our dive guides and the boat staff are to be followed Afford. Violations can result in the culpable exclusion from further diving activities; lost Booking services are at the expense of the safari participant. International and national regulations for diving safety is notable. Diving is at your own risk. The maximum diving depth is determined depending on the certification and is a maximum of 40 meters.
You can see the planned route for each safari on our website. The exit from the port takes place on Tomorrow after the day of arrival. Depending on the course of the tour, 2 – 4 dives are offered per safari day. The day before Departure is the return to the port until about 4:00 p.m. Our catering service as part of the booked Full board starts when you arrive on the boat and ends when you leave the boat.
If you have booked the transfer through us, a member of staff will be waiting for you with a sign that reads “BLUEWATER SAFARIS ”at the exit of the airport and shows you the way to the transfer bus. As most of our guests use different planes, we ask for your understanding that we organize a group transfer for all guests, landing within 1 hour. We ask for your understanding if there are waiting times. A tip for the bus driver is not wanted.
A “baksheesh” is expected in Egypt more than in some other countries. We will tip the bus driver for her. On board we recommend an amount of approx. € 35.00 per week and safari participant for the crew and as a guide approx. € 15.00 for the dive guides. A tip is of course a voluntary gift, a thank you for someone in particular attentive service from the crew and dive guides.
Extract from the statutory provisions on environmental protection:
1. Hunting, fishing, collecting or breaking off corals or shells etc. is prohibited.
2. The introduction of objects of all kinds such as B. Garbage, oil, grease etc. into the sea is prohibited.
3. There is a general ban on anchoring in protected areas.
4. Feeding fish and birds is prohibited.
5. It is generally forbidden for divers to wear gloves.
6. Walking on corals and reefs is prohibited. Fines and/or imprisonment are possible for offenses.
In addition, the authorities reserve the right to decide who is responsible To impose a temporary professional ban on the captain and guide, as well as the operating permits for the ship to collect a certain period of time.
Our cooks “conjure up” three meals a day. You can always find small snacks and / or between meals fresh fruit. You can find chilled soft drinks and drinking water in the publicly accessible fridges or use them Out of the water dispensers. Local alcoholic beverages are distributed against a tally sheet. We are constantly on the Looking for affordable and good wines – please ask our staff on board. You should If you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, or have special likes / dislikes, please inform us no later than one week before the start of the journey.
If you booked your visa through us, an employee will be waiting for you in the arrival hall of the airport. It is on his sign with the inscription “BLUEWATER SAFARIS” and the respective ship name. He hands you over the visa so that you can start your vacation as soon as possible.
The currency is the Egyptian pound. Euros can be used to pay at both the airport and most shops in the port. You should still have money want to change, you can do so at the bank counter on arrival at the airport in front of passport control.
WiFi is available free of charge on the ships. The formation and quality of the connection varies from route to route and cannot be guaranteed by us. In principle, WiFi is only available as long as we are are within range of the cellular network and are not intended for larger data exchange!
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- VAT
- Water, soft drinks, tea & coffee
- All meals
- Snacks
- Diving package
- Tanks, weights
- Nitrox
- Enos
- Dive guide / snorkel guide
- Towels & toiletries
- Wifi
Includes
Excludes
- Flights
- Airport transfer
- Visa fees
- Port fees (175 €)
- Dive insurance
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Rental gear
- Scuba diving courses
- Private guide
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- Housekeeping
- Entertainment system
- Air-Conditioned rooms
- 2 Sun decks
- Snorkeler friendly
- Hot showers
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Free Wifi
- Outside showers
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- Nitrox available
- DIN tanks
- INT adapters
- Rebreather diving
- Dive deck
- 2 zodiacs for diving
- Freshwater hoses
Rental Equipment
- 15L tanks 30€ per week
- BCD 50€ per week
- Dive computer 25€ per week
- SMB 15€ per week
- Dive light 25€ per week
- Fins 15€ per week
- Full equipment 150€ per week
- Nitrox tank Included
- Regulator 50€ per week
- Wetsuit 50€ per week
- Mask 15€ per week
- Booties 15€ per week
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- Western food
- Local food
- Buffet
- Beer & wine available
- Fruits & snacks
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan options
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- GPS
- Radar
- Echolot
- Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Satellite phones
- Life vests
- Life rafts
- Fire alarm & fire extinguishers
- Smoke detectors
- Oxygen
- First aid kits
- ENOS
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- Timezone: UTC +2h
- Local currency: Egyptian Pounds (EGP)
- Language: English, German
- Electricity: 220v power
- Payment onboard: Cash in USD, Euro, EGP, credit cards (+2,5% surcharge)


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