Sunshine Liveaboard, Red Sea
Fun, affordable, safari yacht offering multi-day dive safaris in Egypt’s top Red Sea sites
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Overview
Sunshine liveaboard’s spacious deck plan, comfortable cabins, diverse itineraries, and fantastic service make it a top pick among budget-friendly boats touring Egypt’s Red Sea. This vessel is known for its lively group ambience and fun social gatherings, ideal for guests who enjoy getting to know the crew and fellow divers. Cruise Egypt’s north, famous for colourful coral reefs and eerie shipwrecks, or head south to sites known for high-speed drifts and big fish action. Sunshine’s voyages also include opportunities to add on to your liveaboard itinerary with resort stays at partner property Sadko Diving Centre in Hurghada, CMAS diving courses, and day boats to some of the central Red Sea’s top sites.
Highlights
- Exciting eight-day scuba safaris and custom charters
- Possible encounters with oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerheads and more
- Exploration of Egypt’s best diving areas with a fun, social ambience
- Budget-friendly travel and accommodation with a focus on adventure
- Number of cabins:10
- Internet:YES
- Nitrox:YES
- Ensuite bathrooms:YES
- Guest / Guide:10:1
- Group booking discounts
13 paying guests, plus 2 free of charge
Choose your trip
- 1 guest
- 2 guests
- 3 guests
- 4 guests
- 5 guests
- 6 guests
- 7 guests
- 8 guests
- 9 guests
- 10+ guests
- 20Jun 20268D / 7N
North and Tiran
20 - 21 divesfrom $858Overview
8 days / 7 nights20 - 21Open Water - Minimum 30 divesDive and travel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
20 Jun 2026
07:00 PM
Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport: HRG
Return
27 Jun 2026
08:00 AM
Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport: HRG
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Soft drinks
- Towels and toiletries
- Tanks and weights
- Nitrox
- Night dives (if possible)
- Transfers
- Internet
What's not included
- Dive and travel insurance
- Environmental tax - €60 per person, payable onboard
- Service Fee - €100 per person, payable onboard
- Port fee - €50 per person, payable onboard
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 75%
- Alcoholic drinks
- Equipment rental
- Diving courses
- Private guide
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Circular route hitting the best of the northern dive destinations
- Discover the wrecks of Abu Nuhas, including Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K, and Kimon M
- Log dives on Shark and Yolanda reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park
- Dive the current swept straits of Tiran
- Explore the most famous wreck in the Red Sea, the SS Thistlegorm
- Discover the wreck-ridden Strait of Gubal
Day 1:
Guests are welcome to check in on board starting from 18:00. After settling into your cabin, you can enjoy a relaxing evening — either with dinner on the yacht or by heading out to explore one of the local restaurants in town. This is also the perfect time to assemble and test your diving equipment with the support of our crew. The yacht remains docked in the marina overnight.
Day 2:
In the morning, we welcome any guests who stayed in a hotel overnight and finalize the preparations for departure. After receiving clearance from the Coast Guard, the yacht sets sail. A full safety and dive briefing is conducted before your first check dive. Depending on conditions, we typically begin our route toward Shaab El Erg, allowing for a relaxed check dive before heading further north to Abu Nuhas.
Day 3:
We begin the day diving around the wrecks of Abu Nuhas — one of the most famous wreck graveyards in the Red Sea. With four historic shipwrecks lying close together (Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K, and Kimon M), it's a paradise for wreck enthusiasts. After two morning dives here, the yacht may move to Beacon Rock, where we enjoy an afternoon wreck dive and, if conditions allow, a night dive on the reef.
Day 4:
We begin the morning with a dive at Ras Mohamed National Park, exploring world-renowned sites such as Shark & Yolanda Reef or Anemone City. After this early dive, the yacht sets course toward the Tiran straits, where we spend the rest of the day diving on its spectacular reefs like Jackson or Thomas. We complete our second, third and night dives here.
Day 5:
We start the morning with another dive on one of the reefs of Tiran, followed by a return journey toward Ras Mohamed, where we dive at a different site to experience more of what this stunning marine park has to offer. In the afternoon, we arrive at the legendary wreck of the SS Thistlegorm, where we complete our third dive of the day exploring the deck and cargo holds. As the sun sets, we prepare for a night dive on the same wreck.
Day 6:
The day starts with a morning dive on the Thistlegorm, giving guests a chance to revisit areas or discover new sections of the wreck. After breakfast, we head to Shag Rock and dive at SS Kingston, a beautiful wreck known for its coral formations. In the afternoon, we cruise to Gubal Island, where we do our third dive and prepare for an exciting night dive near the barge wreck — a haven for moray eels, lionfish, and sometimes octopus and sleeping turtles.
Day 7:
Our final diving day begins with a morning dive at Gubal, offering a chance to explore more of the area’s rich coral life or revisit a favorite site. After breakfast, we head back toward Hurghada, stopping for one last dive at Shaab El Erg, also known as Dolphin House. This is a relaxed and scenic dive among pinnacles and coral gardens, and if we’re lucky, we might encounter a pod of dolphins. After the dives, we enjoy lunch onboard and sail back to Hurghada, arriving at the marina around 14:00. Guests may check out in the afternoon or spend one final night on board, relaxing and packing in comfort.
Day 8:
Check-out deadline is 09:00. Airport and hotel transfers are arranged based on individual guest plans, concluding the safari with a smooth departure.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- 30% of the full rate will be forfeited for cancellations made 91 days prior to the scheduled trip date
- 50% of the full rate will be forfeited for cancellations made 41 days prior to the scheduled trip date
- No refunds for cancellations made 40 days prior or less to the scheduled trip date
Payment policy30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 15 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 15 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Available - 27Jun 20268D / 7N
North and Tiran
20 - 21 divesfrom $858Overview
8 days / 7 nights20 - 21Open Water - Minimum 30 divesDive and travel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
27 Jun 2026
07:00 PM
Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport: HRG
Return
04 Jul 2026
08:00 AM
Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport: HRG
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Soft drinks
- Towels and toiletries
- Tanks and weights
- Nitrox
- Night dives (if possible)
- Transfers
- Internet
What's not included
- Dive and travel insurance
- Environmental tax - €60 per person, payable onboard
- Service Fee - €100 per person, payable onboard
- Port fee - €50 per person, payable onboard
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 75%
- Alcoholic drinks
- Equipment rental
- Diving courses
- Private guide
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Circular route hitting the best of the northern dive destinations
- Discover the wrecks of Abu Nuhas, including Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K, and Kimon M
- Log dives on Shark and Yolanda reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park
- Dive the current swept straits of Tiran
- Explore the most famous wreck in the Red Sea, the SS Thistlegorm
- Discover the wreck-ridden Strait of Gubal
Day 1:
Guests are welcome to check in on board starting from 18:00. After settling into your cabin, you can enjoy a relaxing evening — either with dinner on the yacht or by heading out to explore one of the local restaurants in town. This is also the perfect time to assemble and test your diving equipment with the support of our crew. The yacht remains docked in the marina overnight.
Day 2:
In the morning, we welcome any guests who stayed in a hotel overnight and finalize the preparations for departure. After receiving clearance from the Coast Guard, the yacht sets sail. A full safety and dive briefing is conducted before your first check dive. Depending on conditions, we typically begin our route toward Shaab El Erg, allowing for a relaxed check dive before heading further north to Abu Nuhas.
Day 3:
We begin the day diving around the wrecks of Abu Nuhas — one of the most famous wreck graveyards in the Red Sea. With four historic shipwrecks lying close together (Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K, and Kimon M), it's a paradise for wreck enthusiasts. After two morning dives here, the yacht may move to Beacon Rock, where we enjoy an afternoon wreck dive and, if conditions allow, a night dive on the reef.
Day 4:
We begin the morning with a dive at Ras Mohamed National Park, exploring world-renowned sites such as Shark & Yolanda Reef or Anemone City. After this early dive, the yacht sets course toward the Tiran straits, where we spend the rest of the day diving on its spectacular reefs like Jackson or Thomas. We complete our second, third and night dives here.
Day 5:
We start the morning with another dive on one of the reefs of Tiran, followed by a return journey toward Ras Mohamed, where we dive at a different site to experience more of what this stunning marine park has to offer. In the afternoon, we arrive at the legendary wreck of the SS Thistlegorm, where we complete our third dive of the day exploring the deck and cargo holds. As the sun sets, we prepare for a night dive on the same wreck.
Day 6:
The day starts with a morning dive on the Thistlegorm, giving guests a chance to revisit areas or discover new sections of the wreck. After breakfast, we head to Shag Rock and dive at SS Kingston, a beautiful wreck known for its coral formations. In the afternoon, we cruise to Gubal Island, where we do our third dive and prepare for an exciting night dive near the barge wreck — a haven for moray eels, lionfish, and sometimes octopus and sleeping turtles.
Day 7:
Our final diving day begins with a morning dive at Gubal, offering a chance to explore more of the area’s rich coral life or revisit a favorite site. After breakfast, we head back toward Hurghada, stopping for one last dive at Shaab El Erg, also known as Dolphin House. This is a relaxed and scenic dive among pinnacles and coral gardens, and if we’re lucky, we might encounter a pod of dolphins. After the dives, we enjoy lunch onboard and sail back to Hurghada, arriving at the marina around 14:00. Guests may check out in the afternoon or spend one final night on board, relaxing and packing in comfort.
Day 8:
Check-out deadline is 09:00. Airport and hotel transfers are arranged based on individual guest plans, concluding the safari with a smooth departure.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- 30% of the full rate will be forfeited for cancellations made 91 days prior to the scheduled trip date
- 50% of the full rate will be forfeited for cancellations made 41 days prior to the scheduled trip date
- No refunds for cancellations made 40 days prior or less to the scheduled trip date
Payment policy30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 15 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 15 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Available
2026
2027
2028
Cabins

Twin cabin - lower deck
Twin beds
2 peopleShareable
Twin cabin - upper deck
Twin beds
2 peopleShareable
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.
Boat amenities
- Nitrox
- Dive deck
- Dive tenders
- Equipment rental
- Night diving
- Items marked with anmay not be included in the trip price.
- Please check the FAQs below or individual trip details for detailed information about additional costs.
Dive facilities
- Above deck cabins
- Sun deck
- Transfers
- WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Indoor saloon
- Outdoor dining
- Vegetarian options
- Full safety equipment
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Park fees and permits
- Items marked with anmay not be included in the trip price.
- Please check the FAQs below or individual trip details for detailed information about additional costs.
Vessel information
Partnered with Hurghada’s Sadko Diving Centre and sister vessel Sunlight, Sunshine liveaboard makes it easy to combine your multi-day dive safari with land-based central Red Sea scuba adventures. This vessel boasts cosy yet comfortable interiors, modern dive facilities, spacious shared spaces, and a relaxed family-style social atmosphere that caters to outgoing guests and budget travellers. You’ll enjoy fantastic service from an international crew, delicious dining and drinking, and plenty of room to spread out during your surface intervals. Free WiFi is offered when in range, and Sunshine’s team is happy to help organise transfers, private guiding, and CMAS dive courses and day trips based out of Hurghada.
This smooth sailing liveaboard cruises Egypt’s north, central, and southern Red Sea with departures out of Hurghada and Port Ghalib. Sunshine’s eight-day itineraries include stops at the Red Sea’s most legendary dive sites, including historic wrecks, colourful coral reefs, and remote islands known for pelagic wildlife like sharks. Different trips cater to divers of all stripes, with northern itineraries suitable for beginners, and some deep south adventures reserved for advanced and experienced explorers with 50 logged dives or more. Private charters are also offered, allowing you to customise a liveaboard dive safari in your region of choice.
Onboard Sunshine
Sunshine’s middle deck is home to a spacious air-conditioned salon and dining room, where three meals a day are served, alongside all-day snacks and drinks. This is where divers head to beat the midday heat with a fish ID library, entertainment centre, and comfortable banquette seating. After dark, it transforms into the boat’s social hub, ideal for board games and drinks from the bar. Out back, a generous deck with cushioned seating in the sun and shade is ideal for al-fresco dining and stunning panoramic views of the region. Head to the top deck to work on your tan, nap on a lounger, or chill out in the shaded seating area.
Diving from Sunshine
This vessel offers a laid back approach to underwater exploration, with plenty of independence for experienced buddy teams. You’ll enjoy easy diving from a shaded aft dive deck, two tenders depending on the day’s sites, and private guiding is also available for those who prefer a bit more hands-on assistance. Sunshine liveaboard’s dive facilities include all that you’ll need to care for your equipment, with a camera station, dedicated rinse bin, and charging points. You’ll also find individual equipment stations for easy setup and buddy checks, and well-maintained rentals. Nitrox is free for qualified divers, and 15-litre tanks are also available, as is support for sidemount.

