Sea Serpent Excellence
World-class service, excellent dive facilities, and affordable cruising across the Red Sea
per person
per day
Overview
- Dive the best sites across the northern and southern Red Sea
- Superior diver comforts, including a large, well-equipped dive deck and tender
- World-class service with the experienced team
- Complimentary nitrox for certified divers!
Part of the well-reputed Sea Serpent fleet, Excellence promises luxury, comfort and world-class service sculpted from over three decades of Red Sea experience. Offering all the iconic Red Sea routes, plus a handful of special itineraries, Excellence delivers multiple diving options across the region. Affordable without compromising luxury, this modern yacht boasts stylish relaxation spaces to compliment its superb dive and tech-friendly facilities that include a large dive deck, a tender, and best of all - free nitrox!
Boat checklist
Number of cabins
12
Itineraries
Scheduled, private charter available
Upcoming trips
Cabins
Amenities
Boat
Dive facilities
Vessel
Vessel information
The 34-metre M/Y Excellence is part of the luxurious Sea Serpent fleet, offering world-class yet affordable liveaboard cruises across the northern and southern Red Sea. Built specifically for the needs of divers, this modern yacht combines relaxing interiors and outdoor spaces with superb dive and tech facilities, including a large dive deck, tender and free nitrox - ensuring your exploration of the Red Sea is as smooth as it is luxurious. Even in rough seas, comfortable cruising is a piece of cake for this luxury yacht with its specialised hydrodynamic hull. Throw in the attentive team boasting years of Red Sea experience, and your liveaboard trip will be five-star from start to finish.
Excellence is part of the luxurious Sea Serpent Fleet, that includes the Contessa, Glory, Serena, Sea Serpent and the Sea Serpent Grand. Operating since 1989, the Sea Serpent Fleet have taken thousands of divers to explore the top dive sites in the Red Sea. And, with plenty of exciting itineraries - including the spectacular “North and Wrecks” route - divers can choose from specialised trips that are perfect for everyone - no matter what style of diving they prefer
Onboard Sea Serpent Excellence
Excellence invites up to 22 guests on board with 11 modern, cosy cabins. Between dives, you can relax in the stylish air-conditioned saloon complete with comfortable sofas and an entertainment system, ideal for viewing the day’s diving footage. For some outdoor downtime, head to the partially shaded sun deck fitted with loungers and mattresses - the perfect place to enjoy your post-dive nap. All local and international meals are served buffet-style in the dining room, featuring comfortable seating and tables arranged for easy socialising.
Diving from Sea Serpent Excellence
There are three to four dives on offer per day from the convenient dive tender or the large dive deck. The diving platform boasts plenty of space for storage and kitting up, as well as ladders for easy water entry and exit. And, you’ll never need to walk with heavy dive gear thanks to numerous gear racks that line the deck. Photographers have charging stations available, as well as separate rinse tanks for cameras. Should you need to rent equipment, the team kindly asks you to reserve in advance so they can prepare. If world-class service and superior dive facilities wasn’t enough, you’ll be glad to know that nitrox is complimentary.
Top tips
- For the perfect combination of wreck and reef diving, opt for the “North and Wrecks” itinerary.
- Select the Fury Shoals itinerary for huge walls and good chances of encountering spinner dolphins and hammerhead sharks.
- Get your nitrox certification before your trip to take advantage of complimentary nitrox on board.
- Rental gear is available, however, guests are kindly requested to reserve all equipment in advance.
