Lower deck Suite
A spacious cabin on the lower deck with a double bed, en-suite bathroom, mini fridage, Tea & Coffee making facilities and air conditioning. There is a supplement of £100 per person for the suite.
Ghazala Explorer Red Sea Liveaboard
Ghazala Explorer is one of the newest liveaboard yachts in the Red Sea and we are excited to work with this modern boat and her hardworking crew. Departing from Hurghada the Ghazala Explorer offers both Northern and Southern itineraries. Combined with Scuba Travels ATOL bonding and the possibility of regional UK departures, it really is a superb choice. Ghazala has 12 cabins, including three suites. On the lower deck there are 5 twin bed cabins and the majestic king suite stretches across the width of the boat. Make your way up to the upper deck and you'll find 4 upper deck twin cabins and new for 2023 two lovely twin or double suites. All cabins are air-conditioned and with en-suite bathrooms, all are furnished with a towel and dressing gowns for your use on board. A refillable water bottle will be given to you to use during your stay and to keep when you go back home. If you want to request a cabin just request it at the time of booking. One of the first things you will notice walking on board the Ghazala Explorer is how wide she is. This width gives you extra space not just inside the boat but most importantly, on the dive deck and dive platform too. Inside the Ghazala Explorer is bright and airy with a modern decor. The saloon and dining area are very spacious and a natural place to hang out between dives. If sitting inside is not your style then there is a bar area with music on the upper deck, and if you head further up to the top deck you find enough seating and tables for outdoor lunches and dinners. There are tea and coffee making facilities on the upper and top deck. On the upper deck you will find sun loungers and beanbags. Three tasty and well-planned meals served through the day, served buffet style. Most food allergies are taken into consideration in meal planning and preparation. Please inform us about any potential allergies you may have. You can find plenty of outdoor seating with 4 separate areas on the upper deck and fly deck for relaxing. It's time to switch off, relax catch some rays or enjoy the view out to sea. The saloon leads onto a large, well appointed dive deck where everyone can gear up in comfort, with a charging station, camera table and rinse tanks too. There are typically 3 dive guides on board with a ratio of 1:8 divers in a group. Air and recreational nitrox (free of charge for 2023). Please book any specialist tanks, gas fills or PADI courses in advance. Rebreather diving is not available The temperature in summer can be high; it is recommended to bring hats, sunglasses and sunscreens (environment-friendly products are advised). Nights could be cold during winter; beanies and warm clothes are highly recommended
Lower deck twin cabins
Cabins on the lower deck with 2 single beds, portholes, air conditioning, and en-suite bathrooms.
Upper deck twin cabins
Cabins on the upper deck with 2 single beds, air conditioning, and en-suite bathrooms. There is a supplement of £100 per person for the upper deck cabins
Upper deck Twin/Double Suites - Cabin 10 & 13
Two cabins on the upper deck are larger with two picture windowns. These can be set up with twin or double arrangement. air conditioning, and en-suite bathrooms. Mini fridge and Tea & Coffee making facilities. There is a supplement of £150 per person for these cabins
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Covid Information for Ghazala Explorer
Updated 29 JUN Although Egypt does not have any covid testing or vaccination requirements for any travellers, please be respectful of your fellow passengers and do not travel if you are ill. You should make sure you have travel insurance that covers all eventualities (including cancellation due to illness)Country Covid Travel Information
View entry requirements here Entry requirements for Egypt are the same for all travellers, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status. You do not need to provide proof of your vaccination status for entry to Egypt. From 18th March, when you travel to England from abroad you: do not need to take any COVID-19 tests before you travel or after you arrive do not need to fill in a UK passenger locator form do not need to quarantine when you arrive This applies whether you are vaccinated or not. It includes people who are transiting through England. Updated 21 JUN 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
Location
The Red Sea is between 4-5 hours flying time direct from the UK. Scuba Travel have over 20 year's experience in the Red Sea and have carefully selected a fleet of luxury liveaboards and superb hotels that meet our exacting standards.
Explore the sheer beauty of the Red Sea on a Red Sea liveaboard from North to South. Sharm el Sheikh, Hurghada and El Gouna are popular resort locations, whilst Marsa Alam, El Quesir and Hamata are perfect for those looking for quiet escapism.
Covid Travel Information
View entry requirements here Entry requirements for Egypt are the same for all travellers, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status. You do not need to provide proof of your vaccination status for entry to Egypt. From 18th March, when you travel to England from abroad you: do not need to take any COVID-19 tests before you travel or after you arrive do not need to fill in a UK passenger locator form do not need to quarantine when you arrive This applies whether you are vaccinated or not. It includes people who are transiting through England. Updated 21 JUN 2022
Weather and Climate
Fine weather is the order of the day pretty much throughout the year, with rainfall quite rare and short lived. The hottest time of the year is July to August with air temperatures over 30°C. Even in Egypt's so called 'winter' the average rarely falls below 20°C. Water temperature varies from 20°C in February to 29°C in September. Please choose your exposure suit accordingly, depending on your personal preferences.
Travel
Flight options
Our holiday packages with Tornado Marine Fleet are inclusive of flights from London Gatwick for a fully ATOL bonded holiday. A supplement may apply for regional departures if possible. Times and any applicable supplements will be confirmed by your travel consultant before you finalise your holiday. Unfortunately, not all regional flight routings are compatible with liveaboard schedules. Our advertised liveaboard packages with Emperor and Aggressor fleets exclude flights. Please ask for a quote to add these to your booking. If you wish to make your own flight arrangements to Egypt, let us know and we can arrange transfers as required. Please do not confirm any flight arrangements yourself before your boat space is confirmed by us.
Stopovers
As flights are direct between the UK and Egypt, there are no stop over options available.
Arrange before you go
Visa requirements
All UK visitors to Egypt need an entry visa (valid for a 30 days.Do ensure your passport has 6 months validity from your return date to prevent any issues with immigration. This can be obtained on arrival with cash payment. Or you can now apply online by clicking here Save time and prebook your visa with Scuba Travel's prepaid visa service. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid and you fulfil entry requirements. Regulations can change: please review current FCO advice: click here
Insurance
Scuba Travel requires all of our customers to have diving insurance. Please make sure that you have appropriate cover for your diving activities. We also strongly recommend you have travel insurance. It's worth taking out travel insurance once you have paid your deposit to ensure you are covered for unforeseen events and cancellation. Find out more about our combined dive and travel policy click here
Immunisations
Your covid proof of vaccination must match your passport name and flight ticket name. Please speak to your local GP or check out the latest NHS advice on updating your NHS details or for other travel immunisations: click here
Preparing to fly
Seating
Flights to Egypt are charter flights with TUI or EasyJet. TUI seating is allocated at check in and you cannot check in online. For EasyJet flights you will be able to manage your booking online with the airline directly and select any payable seating/baggage extras.
Check in
Egypt does not permit digital boarding passes. You must print your boarding passes/flight coupons for both flights. TUI do not enable online check EasyJet allow online check in via their website
Lounge
An airport lounge is a great way to start your holiday or to while away flight connections in comfort. Scuba Travel works with Lounge Pass to offer a huge range of affordable airport lounges around the world. click here
Parking
Prebook your airport parking to save money! If you have a long way to travel, why not also look at booking an airport hotel. These aren't as expensive as you might think. click here
What happens when I arrive?
On arrival in Egypt, you will need to clear immigration and collect your baggage. Our representative will be waiting either airside around the baggage carousel or in the arrivals hall. They will be holding a board with either Scuba Travel, your destination or your name on it. If you have prepaid for our visa service, you will be given your visa on arrival. If you have any issues at all locating your rep, please contact us. We have an emergency contact, manned by a member of the team here in the UK. Call 0044 7747 488 002. We will be able to help your rep locate you in the airport.
Transfers
Airport transfers are always included in your liveaboard or resort holiday package when using our flights. Our representatives will advise where to find your transfer outside of the airport. We try to keep transfer times as short as possible, with most being no more than 30mins travel time from the airport to the boat/hotel. If you have made your own flight arrangements to land in Egypt, please confirm at the time of booking if airport transfers are included or available at an additional cost
Departures
At the end of your holiday, your return transfer details will be advised locally. There is currently no departure tax leaving Egypt.
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Tipping
Tipping is entirely at your discretion. We do not make recommendations as to how much to tip. Should you wish to leave a tip for the guides and crew, it should reflect the level of service you have enjoyed.
Currency
All onboard prices are in Euro, but Sterling, US Dollars are accepted (subject to onboard exchange rate). The boat does not have a working card machine. Cash is preferred.
Phone coverage
Mobile coverage is itinerary dependent. Most of itineraries will have phone coverage when close to shore. WiFi is limited for browsing and connecting to communication applications only when a mobile signal is present normally nearby or in port. Signal strength can vary which may result in intermittent and/or slow connections. This service is provided as a courtesy but is dependent on the local mobile provider. Laptops/computers or other devices for using internet are not supplied on-board, you should bring your own computer to use the internet service
Plugs and electricity
2 pin European sockets.Plugs are located on dive deck, saloon and in cabins.
Extras
Hire equipment
We offer a very wide range of rental equipment onboard Sea Gypsy please request pre holiday
Extras
Sea Gypsy offers a wide range of courses on board. Please speak to your travel consultant for current course prices and options.
Souvenirs
There is an on board boutique selling t-shirts. All stock items are subject to availability.
Nitrox/Gas
We recommend all divers to dive with Nitrox when suitable. Nitrox can be prebooked up to 3 days before departure or paid for on a dive by dive basis onboard the boat.
Payments
Deposits and Balances
Over 180 days prior to departure a £500 deposit is required, with full balance due 90 days before departure.
Ways to pay
We accept mastercard and visa debit or credit cards. If you would like a pay by link to complete check out via email please let us know and it can be set up for you. We do not take AMEX. All non sterling card payments and UK business debit cards will be subject to the 3% surcharge. Alternatively, you are welcome to pay via bank transfer. Overseas bank transfers must add £8 to the sterling total to cover international handling fees. We are not able to accept PayPal transactions or personal cheques.
Group Payments
If you have booked as part of a group, you can still call and pay directly without needing to go via your group leader. Please have your trip reference number to hand to help us locate your holiday as quickly as possible. You will receive a transaction receipt - your group leader will forward your ATOL certificate and booking confirmation
Discounts
Repeat Guests
Are you one of Scuba Travel's repeat customers? Over 60% of our customers trust Scuba Travel to book their next diving holiday, time after time.
And we believe you deserve a huge thanks for your ongoing support over the years, which is what our repeater discount is all about! No forms, no numbers to remember, no fuss, just a good honest price reduction on your ATOL bonded Red Sea package.
Included
Airport transfers, 7 or 10 nights (depending on itinerary) accommodation on full board basis in a twin share cabin 12ltr tank, air fills, weights and all diving - the number of dives offered will depend on your chosen itinerary Depending on your package, flights are included from UK regional airports with Easyjet or TUI Marine Park fees, Port fees
Excluded
Rental kit hire, . These can be requested onboard however it is preferable to pre book. Egyptian entry visa - £30 pre paid service with our airport rep or USD cash at the visa windows on arrival at your entry point to Egypt Tipping is entirely at your discretion. We do not make recommendations as to how much to tip. Should you wish to leave a tip for the guides and crew, it should reflect the level of service you have enjoyed. alcohol is available on board - the boat will run an honesty tab to pay at the end of the trip
Ghazala Explorer Specifications
37m 2 x MAN 1100 Hp 2 x 95 KVA Cummins Construction - Steel
Safety Equipment
2 x 25 Man Life Rafts Life Jackets Full Fire Fighting and Alarm System Smoke Alarms and Extinguishers in cabins and at strategic points Yes Fully stocked First Aid Kit
Navigation Equipment
GPS Plotter, Radar 36 miles, Echo Sounder, SSB and EPIRB VHF Radio and MFHF SDC
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Ghazala ExplorerRed Sea,Egypt
from price includes flts from UK £1195Your 2023 holiday includes return flights from Gatwick, 7 nights in a lower deck cabin on a same sex sharing basis, meals and soft drinks, port and park fees. Dives are guided with 12lt tanks, air fills and weights. Nitrox divers can enjoy free nitrox. Ask about upgrading to a upper deck cabin or suite, additional kit hire/tanks,adding the day use for your final day in Hurghada and Egyptian visa. Regional flights available for a s supplement on selected dates.
Exclusive to Scuba Travel, Ghazala Explorer is a fabulous new addition our Red Sea Liveaboards, Northern and Southern Red Sea itineraries from Hurghada, including ATOL bonded holidays with regional UK departures.
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